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Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Molecular Biology · Vietnam · 2022-03-29

Processing Time
96 days
Decision Date
2022-03-29
Location
Mississippi
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue her work establishing the pathological mechanisms of human diseases and finding targets for the treatment of human diseases. Her research focuses on using cutting-edge strategies to understand and treat diseases and viruses, specifically mitochondrial diseases and human papillomavirus (HPV).

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The research on rubella virus and mitochondrial dysfunction has clear implications for global public health and addresses diseases common in the U.S.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 8 years of experience, 6 peer-reviewed publications, and 70 citations, demonstrating a record of success in molecular biology.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the urgent national need for contributions toward treating genetic diseases and viruses justifies the waiver.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 6 peer-reviewed journal articles and 70 citations. Evidence included 4 expert recommendation letters and proof of funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The case successfully satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs by demonstrating 8 years of research directly related to her proposed endeavor.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 96 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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